Case Studies

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    Community & Social Services

    AspireAtlantic Employment Program

    Atlantic Canada has long experienced hardships in the labour market compared to the rest of the country. The work to recruit, retain, and train more people in the skilled trades is critical…

  • Community & Social Services

    Driver for Hire Program

    Ridesharing and “vehicle-for hire” companies are economic disruptors. They have contributed to the boom of the gig economy and driver-for-hire roles provide more flexible opportunities for employment.   Canada Safety Council identified a…

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    Community & Social Services

    Taking Care of the Valley

    We know that caregiving responsibilities have a disproportionate impact on women’s lives. And while there’s no shortage of evidence of this impact—tackling these challenges at the community level calls for community context…

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    Community & Social Services

    Co-Creating Food Security Solutions in Nova Scotia

    Almost 30% of Nova Scotians have inadequate or insecure access to healthy, nutritious food—and Nova Scotia had the highest rate of food insecurity in Canada. In 2017, the Nova Scotia Department of…